2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1343 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
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2008 Daihatsu YRV | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | YRV | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |